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Time of India
13-07-2025
- Time of India
Railways gears up to manage pilgrim rush at stations during Shrawan
Patna: As pilgrims have started pouring in groups at Patna Junction and other key stations during the holy month of Shrawan, Danapur division of the East Central Railway (ECR) has rolled out a comprehensive contingency plan to manage the expected surge in footfall at these stations. According to Danapur divisional railway manager (DRM), Jayant Kumar Choudhary, the railways has taken steps to ensure smooth operations and the safety of passengers. A large number of additional railway officials have been deployed at the Patna Junction to monitor the crowd, he said, adding that CCTV cameras are fully operational on all platforms allowing real-time surveillance of the station premises. In addition, a dedicated control room has been set up at the Patna Junction to oversee and regulate pilgrim movement, particularly during peak hours. The railway officials have been tasked to coordinate closely with other departments to avoid congestion and ensure quick response in case of any emergency, the DRM said. To bolster security, railway protection force (RPF) personnel have been directed to keep a close watch on suspicious activities and potential miscreants. Passengers' luggage is being screened using advanced scanning machines at entry points at the Patna Junction to prevent any security lapses, the DRM said, adding Rajendra Nagar Terminal, Patliputra Junction and Danapur stations have also been put under close surveillance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Zunido no ouvido? Imploro as brasileiras que usem este truque. Receita Anti-Zumbido Undo "Our priority is to ensure a safe and seamless travel experience for all pilgrims. We are working in close coordination with law enforcement and other agencies to handle the Shrawani Mela rush efficiently," said senior divisional commercial manager of Danapur, Abhinav Siddarth. With the Shrawani Mela already underway, the railways has urged passengers to cooperate with authorities and follow all safety guidelines. Special trains and additional ticket counters have been opened to accommodate the increased rush of pilgrims under supervision of the railway officials deployed at these stations, Siddarth added.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Time of India
Railways announce special trains and crowd management plan for Shrawani mela
Patna: With the holy month of 'Shrawani' beginning on July 11, the railways announced an elaborate plan to manage the massive influx of pilgrims travelling to Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar, Jharkhand, and other religious destinations across Bihar. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now As many as 17 pairs of Shrawani Mela special trains will operate from various parts of the state and beyond, including cities like Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, and Muzaffarpur, ensuring safe and comfortable transport for devotees, said Danapur divisional railway manager (DRM) Jayant Kumar Choudhary. According to Choudhary, to prevent long queues and facilitate smoother ticketing operations, additional unreserved and reserved ticket counters will come into operation at key railway stations. Mobile ticket vans and UTS mobile app services are also being promoted. "Station staff will be deployed in larger numbers to manage the crowd, with regular announcements on the public address system to guide pilgrims about train schedules, platforms and safety precautions. Daily cleanliness drives will be intensified across key stations. Extra housekeeping staff and mechanised cleaning systems are being used to maintain hygiene in waiting areas, platforms and restrooms. Provision of safe drinking water through additional water kiosks will be ensured, while temporary food stalls by IRCTC are also being set up," the DRM said. East Central Railway (ECR) chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said special emphasis will be laid on punctuality, with a dedicated control room monitoring their movement in real-time. Railway Protection Force and Govt Railway Police personnel are being deployed in large numbers to maintain law and order. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Baggage scanning, CCTV camera surveillance and regular patrolling will be in place to ensure passengers' safety, he said. Patna: With the holy month of 'Shrawani' beginning on July 11, the railways announced an elaborate plan to manage the massive influx of pilgrims travelling to Baba Baidyanath Dham in Deoghar, Jharkhand, and other religious destinations across Bihar. As many as 17 pairs of Shrawani Mela special trains will operate from various parts of the state and beyond, including cities like Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, and Muzaffarpur, ensuring safe and comfortable transport for devotees, said Danapur divisional railway manager (DRM) Jayant Kumar Choudhary. According to Choudhary, to prevent long queues and facilitate smoother ticketing operations, additional unreserved and reserved ticket counters will come into operation at key railway stations. Mobile ticket vans and UTS mobile app services are also being promoted. "Station staff will be deployed in larger numbers to manage the crowd, with regular announcements on the public address system to guide pilgrims about train schedules, platforms and safety precautions. Daily cleanliness drives will be intensified across key stations. Extra housekeeping staff and mechanised cleaning systems are being used to maintain hygiene in waiting areas, platforms and restrooms. Provision of safe drinking water through additional water kiosks will be ensured, while temporary food stalls by IRCTC are also being set up," the DRM said. East Central Railway (ECR) chief public relations officer (CPRO) Saraswati Chandra said special emphasis will be laid on punctuality, with a dedicated control room monitoring their movement in real-time. Railway Protection Force and Govt Railway Police personnel are being deployed in large numbers to maintain law and order. Baggage scanning, CCTV camera surveillance and regular patrolling will be in place to ensure passengers' safety, he said.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Vande Bharat incident: Railways to deploy safety measures along tracks
1 2 3 4 5 Patna: The recent tragic dead of a local resident after being hit by semi-high-speed Varanasi-Deoghar Vande Bharat Express on Nawada-Kiul route under Danapur division of East Central Railway (ECR) has once again brought attention to the urgent need for safety measures along railway tracks in Bihar. The 50-year-old man died in an attempt to save his two buffaloes that had strayed onto the tracks on Monday. This unfortunate incident has intensified demands from local residents, activists and public representatives to take preventive steps, particularly in rural and vulnerable areas where railway tracks pass through open fields or densely populated villages. "Introducing modern trains like Vande Bharat is a step forward towards connectivity, but safety must move forward too. Barricading vulnerable sections near villages and grazing areas is critical, especially where people and livestock regularly cross tracks," a social activist of Danapur, Pradeep Priyadarshi, said, adding that in states like Bihar, encroachments and unauthorised crossings are common. Talking to this newspaper on Wednesday, Danapur divisional railway manager (DRM) Jayant Kumar Choudhary said that the Railway Board had sanctioned a proposal to erect fences along DDU-Patna-Jhajha and Patna-Gaya routes of the division. The railways would build hard concrete boundary walls through thickly inhabited areas, while regular metallic crash barrier-type fencing would be erected in other stretches, he said. However, fencing all along railway tracks is a prerequisite requirement for high-speed trains running at 160km per hour. The board has sanctioned Rs 600 crore in the current budget for this work, which includes the construction of road over bridges and road under bridges at all vulnerable places in the division, the DRM said. The railways have started taking precautionary steps along vulnerable places by sealing them to prevent stray animals from coming on tracks, as well as checking trespassing in railway areas through which semi-high-speed trains pass daily, said Sonepur DRM Vivek Bhushan Sood.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
79 railway employees felicitated with Rail Seva Purashkar
Patna: Railways felicitated 79 railway employees of Danapur division in East Central Railway (ECR) with 'Rail Seva Purashkar 2024' on the railway officers' club premises at Khagaul on Friday. These employees were honoured for their outstanding performance, commitment to duty, and exceptional service, besides ensuring smooth and safe operation of rail services in the division, said DRM Jayant Kumar Choudhary. Speaking on the occasion, the DRM commended the employees for their unwavering dedication and emphasised the importance of teamwork, discipline, and continuous improvement in the functioning of railways in the division. The event was attended by senior railway officials, employees, and union representatives who lauded the achievements of their colleagues and celebrated the spirit of public service. The 'Rail Seva Puraskar' is an annual recognition that aims to motivate railway personnel and promote a culture of excellence, accountability and innovation within the railways network, said a senior railway official.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
25% surge in unreserved ticket sales in June: Rlys
1 2 3 4 5 6 Patna: An intensive ticket-checking drive conducted across the Danapur division of the East Central Railway (ECR) in June has begun to show results, leading to a 25% surge in ticket sales through the Unreserved Ticketing System (UTS) in the month. According to Danapur divisional railway manager (DRM) Jayant Kumar Choudhary, the intensified ticket-checking drive conducted during June led to the penalisation of 51,644 passengers who were found travelling without valid tickets. The crackdown resulted in the collection of fines amounting to Rs 3.50 lakh, he said. "The objective behind the drive was not just to penalise offenders, but to instil a sense of responsibility among daily commuters and casual passengers. This has evidently led to an increase in the number of passengers purchasing proper tickets before boarding either long-distance or short-distance passenger trains in the division," the DRM said. Danapur senior divisional commercial manager (Senior DCM), Abhinav Siddarth, said on Monday the railways has already introduced the UTS mobile app and automatic ticket vending machines (ATVM) across major stations of the division to reduce congestion at general ticket booking counters. These digital facilities allow passengers to conveniently purchase unreserved tickets without standing in long queues, he said. Similar inspection drives will continue in the future, he said.
